Boxing Notes and Boxing Women in 1909 Era
In this 1909 style boxing column, James J. Corbett discusses heavyweight hopes, Welter and Bantam prospects, and emerging fighters like Abe Attell. He notes Nelson’s loss to Wolff, Ketchel’s murder implication, and Langford, Johnson, and Burns as major figures shaping a turbulent boxing year with plans for matches in San Francisco and Paris.
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Abe
Eversbods & Chimpler
Jimmy Coffrett
James Edward Brett
Crear
Nelson
Francisco Bugs
Prisco
Tommy Burns
Crom
Burglar Suspect Seized After Pursuit Through Streets
A New York man, McGrath, was charged with felonies after a tense chase with police. Walker and others were involved as officers pursued the burglar, who fired at them, injuring none. The suspect, identified as a local worker, was captured. McGrath faces further examination next Tuesday.
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Gewrey
Wilken
Velephone
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McGrath Savas
Walker
Wile
Merk
Hye
MeGrath Saya Walker
Hha Tytee
Toman Keen
Parpore
McCrath
Mirghiry
Axsant
Clear Sailing for a Direct Vote Bill in Montana
Montana and Washington press coverage discuss a push for direct election of U S senators. Montana Senator Dixon backs constitutional amendment or state primary laws, noting Wisconsin and Wisconsin style primaries as models and urging a legislature to adopt a direct nomination method by party.
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persistenUy
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von Fondis
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Montana Debates Direct Senate Election Shift
In a lengthy Montana debate Senator Usher discusses loyalty to the people, urging support for direct election of United States senators and cautioning against imperfect primary reforms. He warns reforms must preserve equal state representation and avoid dampening federal balance while noting partisan and procedural hurdles ahead. Local crime notes report Myrtig Arnold and Pitanan apprehensions, with investigations into a downtown incident and a Christmas tied case.
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Oadyahes
Montana
United States
Tacoma
Phurditey
United State
Unclear street shooting incident report near Main Street
A man was found intoxicated on Globe Street and did not know what he was doing. Authorities arrested two individuals, Matran Shankellerger and two others, after a bakery on South Main Street reported yelling voices and a disturbance early morning. Police identified the suspects as Charoy Foley and Madi and detained them for questioning.
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Maine
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Polo
Glo Street
Courtdierarty
Aly
Matran Shankellerger
Lyonic
Moir
Charioy Foley
Omer
South Main Street
Wimakey
Sae Liane
Maine Overhaul Looms For Liquor Law This Winter
The piece discusses a Maine political shift as Governor-elect Frederick W. Plaisted leads Democrats toward major changes. It notes a Democratic Senate and House majority, the shift from Republican control, and outlines key Democratic candidates including George Tyeew, Cha rles F Joln son, and Willim MM. Pennell seeking caucus nominations.
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United States
Bilsworth
Frederick
Augusta
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House of Representatives
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House
George Tyeew
Sucn
Ohadiath Gardner
Raghland
Charles F. Joln
Waterville
Willim MM. Pennelt
Partlanr
Child Smothering Tragedy Shocks Lovington Family
In Lovington on Tuesday a two year old child, Willa Gardner, died after relatives and friends gathered with Christmas gifts. The coroner ruled the cause of death unclear as the family's Christian rites were observed. The scene described a sudden collapse and the child’s death during the holiday visit.
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Cincinnati
Des
Willa
Gardner
Lovington
Violin Teacher’s Hand Ruined by Firecracker
A Russian violinist and professor at Charter College suffered hand injuries when a firecracker exploded in his fist. The blast damaged his fingers and threatened his ability to play again, while a bystander was also hurt as debris flew.
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Seattle
Tommy Burks
Tim
Ap & Tosh
Mexander Sabinski
Hharter College
Sidblaakl
Mls
Skibinekt
Wax
Mrs Jack Cudahy Arrives in Pasadena After Divorce
Pacadone Cal December 2 Mrs Tdi Cudahy former wife of the late Michal Cudahy the packer arrived today and is domiciled at Cridally ypulence where her future status and Joy are under discussion authorities say a reconciliation is unlikely amid rumors of new plans surrounding her stay in Pasadena
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Jack
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Tdi Cudahy
Michacol Cudahy
Unscrambled Fragments Describe Insurgent Clash and Edict
Fragmentary OCR notes recount a Texas town event with insurgent activity and a meeting. Names appear garbled and places unclear but reference to a leader, a walk, and destruction linked to a fault in a bridge or avenue. No coherent date or outcome is clear.
Portage Maroons Clash Tonight In City Arena
Portage five versus the Maroons tonight in Butte in a fast paced basketball clash. Portage hopes on a trip to Washington and Oregon later, while Maroons defend home court with two returning guards and a deep forward lineup.
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Arrest Report: Forged Check Charge Against Tenjanin Pisent
Tenjanin Pisent, an alleged perpetrator, is arrested on a charge of forging a check for 71 dollars at a residence on North Main Street. Richard Newton reports the forged instrument and theft of money from a patron at a saloon on West Broadway earlier today. Pisent denies knowing the accused party or the crime, claiming he did not witness any counterfeit transaction.
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Ian
North Math Street
Casind
Richard Newton
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Manieasa
Pwo
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Omeer Tames Laird
Pansean
Family tragedy strikes during road incident near Witt Kialisectity
A serious crash near Witt Kialisectity this afternoon involved multiple members of the A owodelenawn Hontiin family and other bystanders. Mrs Atols was injured, and emergency crews responded as Debra and the Inttaris witnessed the event, while Therm ThoR and the others were briefly detained.
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